1969 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 371 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Volvo P 1800 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 1969 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Volvo P 1800 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | P 1800 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
