1985 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volvo 960 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | 960 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |