1995 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 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 V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | V50 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |