1989 Volvo 460 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460.
Because 1980 Volvo 245 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 460 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 460 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
