2005 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 61 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 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, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1968 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
