2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (153 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 675 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Volvo 760 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 1984 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot, 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Pilot | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
