1977 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | 240 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |