2005 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 366 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 1968 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 1968 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |