2001 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Volvo V40
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 V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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 V40 (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 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 V40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |