1977 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 807 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V70 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |