1996 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V70 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. 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, 2009 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 2009 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CRX | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
