1979 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 27 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 565 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
