1996 Honda Today vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 659 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 2007 Volvo S40. 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Today | S40 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |