1989 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Volvo 480
To start off, 1991 Volvo 480 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 480. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 331 kg more than 1991 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, 1989 Honda Accord (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1991 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 480 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
