1979 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Volvo 960

To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 17 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 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 600 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.

Because 1996 Volvo 960 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Honda Accord 1996 Volvo 960
Make Honda Volvo
Model Accord 960
Year Released 1979 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1750 cc 2472 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4550 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2780 mm


 

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