1993 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 15 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1993 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, 2008 Volvo C70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | C70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
