2008 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | 240 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |