1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,125 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 46 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 244. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Step Wagon | 244 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
