1976 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 460 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Volvo 460 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Civic | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 460 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
