1984 Volvo 760 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (153 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760.
Because 1984 Volvo 760 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 1984 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Volvo 760 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | 760 | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |