1981 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | 240 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |