1990 Volvo 460 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 460 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 460 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
