1985 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
Because 1966 Volvo 144 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 1966 Volvo 144. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 144 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
