1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (220 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | S80 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
