1996 Volvo V40 vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 1996 Volvo V40 and 1996 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo V40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (176 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40. 1996 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo V40 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo V40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo V40 | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | V40 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
