1986 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord.
Because 1970 Volvo 145 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 1970 Volvo 145. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 145 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1953 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
