1997 Honda Life vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 667 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Life | C30 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |