1963 Honda S500 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S500 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
