1981 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 9 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), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 640 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 1990 Volvo 960 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 1990 Volvo 960. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (263 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | 960 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
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 | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 263 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |