1986 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | 440 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |