2005 Honda S2000 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S2000 | 140 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
