1989 Volvo 760 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 537 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 760 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Volvo 760 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | 760 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2314 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3450 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2774 mm |