2004 Honda S2000 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,317 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (251 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
Because 2004 Honda S2000 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 2004 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850, 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda S2000 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S2000 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
