1985 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 136 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volvo 120 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 1967 Volvo 120. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 120 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
