2000 Honda Insight vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Volvo 264 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 264. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, 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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1978 Volvo 264 has manual transmission. 1978 Volvo 264 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Insight | 264 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Type | electric | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |