1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Step Wagon | S80 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |