1989 Lancia Y10 vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 1992 Volvo 460 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 460 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1989 Lancia Y10. 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, 1992 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Y10 | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Y10 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
