1992 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | V70 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |