1992 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 21 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 792 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.
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, 2013 Volvo X670 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 2013 Volvo X670 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. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | X670 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2815 mm |
