2004 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 288 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
