1983 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 961 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Accord | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2748 mm |
