1974 Honda Life vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Life | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
