1989 Honda Integra vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 461 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
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, 2010 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Integra | C30 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2639 mm |
