1978 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 811 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 XC70 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 XC70 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 XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
