1993 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 19 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 389 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S60 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
