2007 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 440 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
