1979 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, 1994 Volvo 440 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 440 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 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, 1994 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | 440 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |