1992 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | V50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
