1988 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1988 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
