2007 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 240 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 240. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1982 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
