2008 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
