2002 Honda Capa vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Volvo V90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Volvo V90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 V90 (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Capa | V90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
