1978 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 29 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), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 646 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.
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 S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S80 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 320 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 | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |