1988 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Accord | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
