1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Volvo 460
To start off, 1994 Volvo 460 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 460 (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 460 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1994 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | 1300 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
