1996 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2008 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S60 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |