1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 329 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, 2004 Volvo S60, 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 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 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Argento Viva | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
