1999 Honda Z vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Z | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |
