1981 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S60 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |