1990 Volvo 460 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 23 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 336 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, 1990 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 460 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 460 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
