2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 756 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. 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 1989 Volvo 740. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Pilot | 740 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
