1998 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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 V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | V70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
