2008 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 240 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1990 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 1990 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1990 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | 240 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |