1996 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
Because 1978 Volvo 66 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 1978 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 66 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
