1991 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | V70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
