2006 Volvo S80 vs. 1986 Honda Integra
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S80 | 1986 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S80 | Integra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
