1992 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480. 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 480 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
