1977 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 35 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1084 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.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | S60 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 67 L |
