2007 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 440 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | 440 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |