1989 Honda Integra vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Integra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
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, 1994 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Integra | 480 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |