1978 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 1991 Volvo 245 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 1991 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1991 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 245 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
