1981 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1981 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | 850 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |