2009 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 269 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Volvo P 1900 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 1957 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1957 Volvo P 1900 has manual transmission. 1957 Volvo P 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
