1992 Volvo 245 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 245 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord.
Because 1992 Volvo 245 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 1992 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1992 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1992 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1992 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Volvo 245 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 245 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
