1987 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1989 Volvo 480 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480. 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 480 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
