1974 Volvo 164 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 285 kg more than 1974 Volvo 164.
Because 1974 Volvo 164 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volvo 164 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 164 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
