1984 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2004 Volvo C70 is newer by 20 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo C70 weights approximately 600 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, 2004 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | C70 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |