2006 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 343 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 49 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (117 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volvo 343. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 343 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
