2010 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Volvo 260 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 1975 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260. 1975 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Accord | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 260 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2660 mm |
