1980 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | V50 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
