1980 Subaru DL vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Subaru DL. 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru DL | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | DL | 460 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
