1968 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S600 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S600 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
