1988 Volvo 760 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 760 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 760 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
