2000 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Volvo 460
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 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 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 460 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 460 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 460 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | 460 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |