1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Argento Viva | 850 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |