1983 Volvo 240 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 781 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 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Volvo 240 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | 240 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2127 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2775 mm |