2000 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 440 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 1993 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1993 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
