1998 Honda Passport vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1998 Honda Passport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Honda Passport. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Passport.
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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Passport. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1993 Volvo 850 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Passport | 850 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
