1989 Volvo 460 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 272 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. 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, 1989 Volvo 460 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 460 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 460 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
