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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 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 | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |