1995 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 491 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 2011 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
