1990 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1990 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 C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | C70 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |