Volvo 940 1990 vs Volvo S70 1999

 
Volvo 940
1990 - 1991
Volvo S70
1999 - 2000
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.4 Diesel2.5 Diesel

Performance

Power: 109 HP140 HP
Torque: 205 NM290 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: n/a seconds10.7 seconds
Volvo 940 engine produces 31 HP less power than Volvo S70, whereas torque is 85 NM less than Volvo S70.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): no data7.3
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres70 litres
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)Front wheel drive (FWD)
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 m4.72 m
Width: 1.75 m1.76 m
Height: 1.41 m1.39 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 litres470 litres
Turning diameter: 9.9 meters10.2 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo 940 is 0.3 metres less than that of the Volvo S70.
Gross weight (kg): no data1`600
Safety: no data
Quality:
above average

below average
Average price (€): 20001200
Rating in user reviews: 8.9/10 8.0/10
Pros and Cons: Volvo 940 has
  • fewer faults
  • higher ratings in user reviews
Volvo S70 has
  • more power
  • lower price
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