2009 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Volvo V90
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V90 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1998 Volvo V90 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 1998 Volvo V90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1998 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | V90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
