1979 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 31 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 930 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | XC60 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |