1990 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S60 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |