1977 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | 220 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |