2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 10 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 460 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Wagon R+ | 460 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
