1995 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 216 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S80 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |