1995 Volvo 460 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 132 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volvo 460 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 460 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
