1995 Honda Today 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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 783 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Today | 850 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |