1990 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 52 kg more than 1995 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Volkswagen Golf | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Golf | 460 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |