2006 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 680 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | 145 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |