1991 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 21 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 921 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | XC60 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 231 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2748 mm |