2006 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 760. 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, 1984 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 760 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
