2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Pilot | 343 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
