1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 240 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2127 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
