2007 Acura TSX vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780.
Because 1985 Volvo 780 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Volvo 780. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | TSX | 780 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
