2005 Volvo S80 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volvo S80 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | S80 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |