1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 29 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 633 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, 2008 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 2008 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | C70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
