1994 Honda CRX vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S40 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX. 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, 2000 Volvo S40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CRX | S40 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
