1996 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Volvo S80.
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, 1996 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm). This means 1996 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo S80 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S80 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
