2007 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 240 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 1992 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
