2007 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V90. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo V90 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo V90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | V90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
