1984 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Volvo V40
To start off, 1999 Volvo V40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V40 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 1999 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V40 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |