2009 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,317 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (251 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Volvo 850 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
