2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 240 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Volvo 240.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 1989 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Mobilio | 240 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
