1978 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 991 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
