1979 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 33 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), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 951 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 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 | 930 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
