1996 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (223 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | 850 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |