1990 Honda Integra vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra. 2004 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Integra | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
