1991 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 16 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| 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 | 1454 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 |
