1993 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX.
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, 2007 Volvo S40 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CRX | S40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
