2009 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |