1994 Honda Today 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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 915 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 2006 Volvo S60. 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Today | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
