1989 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | V50 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |