1996 Honda Today vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo P 1800 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1964 Volvo P 1800 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Today | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
