1996 Honda Today vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Today | S80 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |