2009 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1983 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 1983 Volvo 760. 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 (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1983 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1983 Volvo 760 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 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
