2002 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo P 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 146 kg more than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1970 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 1970 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |