1990 Honda Integra vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 18 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra. 2008 Volvo XC70 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. 2008 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Integra | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
