1989 Volvo 460 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 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, 1989 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 987 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460.
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 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 460 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 460 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
