1994 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 408 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 225 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 | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
