1993 Volvo 460 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 156 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 460 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 460 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
