2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 164 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1962 Volvo P 1800 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 1962 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Mobilio | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
