1977 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Volvo 66

To start off, both 1977 Honda Accord and 1977 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.

Because 1977 Volvo 66 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 1977 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Honda Accord 1977 Volvo 66
Make Honda Volvo
Model Accord 66
Year Released 1977 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 80 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1550 mm


 

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