1995 Honda CRX vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 779 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda CRX | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CRX | S80 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2835 mm |