1995 Honda Today vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 871 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 2009 Volvo S80. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Today | S80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
