1973 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 37 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1206 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.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | XC70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2814 mm |