1997 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Volvo S80 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S80 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |