2004 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 178 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1966 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 1966 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, both vehicles can yield 152 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
