Volvo S70 is a more dynamic driving. Volvo 940 engine produces 31 HP less power than Volvo S70, whereas torque is 85 NM less than Volvo S70. Due to the lower power, Volvo 940 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.6
6.3
The Volvo S70 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo 940 consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S70, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo 940 could require 195 litres more fuel.
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
10.2 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo 940 is 0.3 metres less than that of the Volvo S70.
