1994 Honda Today vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1998 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Today | C70 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |