1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1991 Volvo 460
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 460 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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, 1991 Volvo 460 (176 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1991 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Metro | 460 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
