2001 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 850 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
