2002 Honda Life vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 850 has manual transmission. 1994 Volvo 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Life | 850 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |
