1995 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Volvo S40
To start off, 1999 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 1995 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1999 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S40 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |