1973 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 861 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V50 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |