1983 Volvo 240 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 74 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volvo 240 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 240 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4650 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
