2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 965 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Odyssey | 460 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
