1984 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | V70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
