1996 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | C70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
