1995 Honda Today vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 9 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 872 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 2004 Volvo V70. 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (330 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Today | V70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
