2009 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 740 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 (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 713 kg more than 1985 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Volvo 740 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |