2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 2002 Honda Lagreat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 960 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480. 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 1993 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 480 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Lagreat | 480 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
