1991 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 is newer by 13 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 2,507 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S40 weights approximately 398 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S40 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |