1996 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1969 Volvo P 1800 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 1969 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1969 Volvo P 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |