2001 Toyota Yaris vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Yaris | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Yaris | 460 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
