2005 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,982 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2005 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1390 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
