1978 Lancia Gamma vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 349 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Gamma | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Gamma | 460 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
