1975 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, 2001 Volvo C70 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo C70 (161 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo C70 weights approximately 722 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic. 2001 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | C70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
