1996 Honda Today vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Honda Today 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 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Today | 850 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |