1978 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 27 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | V50 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |