1992 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 140 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 1971 Volvo 140 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 1971 Volvo 140. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic, 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, 1971 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 140 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
