1969 Honda S600 vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 1990 Volvo 460 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 460 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S600 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 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460, 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, 1990 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S600 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
