2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S-MX | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
