2001 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Volvo 240

To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 Volvo 240 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 1980 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Civic 1980 Volvo 240
Make Honda Volvo
Model Civic 240
Year Released 2001 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1672 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.4 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 7.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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