1993 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S80 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |