1987 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 240 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 1992 Volvo 240 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 1992 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic, 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, 1992 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | 240 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |