1996 Volvo V90 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Volvo V90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Volvo V90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 V90 (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo V90 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | V90 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1397 mm |
