Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo S70) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Volvo 940) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.
Dimensions
Length:
4.87 m
4.72 m
Width:
1.75 m
1.76 m
Height:
1.41 m
1.39 m
Volvo 940 is 15 cm longer than the Volvo S70, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Volvo 940 is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
470 litres
470 litres
Turning diameter:
9.9 meters
10.6 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo 940 is 0.7 metres less than that of the Volvo S70, which means Volvo 940 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg):
no data
1`910
Safety:
no data
Quality:
Volvo S70 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo 940 has serious deffects in 140 percent more cases than Volvo S70, so Volvo S70 quality is probably significantly better
