2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Volvo 264 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Volvo 264. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Mobilio | 264 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
