1970 Honda S800 vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Honda S800 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 1970 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40, 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S800 | V40 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |