1994 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S80 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 20.5:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |