Acura RL vs Volvo 960
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1997 Volvo 960
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 960Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 1997 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 960Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 960Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal | 20.3 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 960Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 181 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (best) | 199 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 2.9 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 960Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 39.3 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,300 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,547 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in (best) | 109.1 in |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 191.4 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 68.9 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 57.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 960Base |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Volvo 960 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | Base $0 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | — |
Acura RL vs Volvo 960 FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 960?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 1997 Volvo 960 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 960?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 Volvo 960 starts lower at $0.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 960?
- The 1997 Volvo 960 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 960?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 960?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
- Which has better seats: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 960?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 960?
- The 1997 Volvo 960 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,300).