2002 Honda Life vs. 1992 Volvo 440
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 440 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 1992 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1992 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1992 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1992 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Life | 440 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
