2008 Honda Stream vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream.
Because 1971 Volvo P 1800 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 1971 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Stream | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
