1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 1998 Volvo V40 is newer by 25 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V40 weights approximately 345 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, 1998 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | 1300 | V40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
