1998 Honda Life vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 480 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1990 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Life | 480 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |