1991 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Volvo V40
To start off, 1999 Volvo V40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V40. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo V40 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo V40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1999 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | V40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
