1989 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Volvo S40 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Civic | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S40 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |