2002 Honda That vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That 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, 2002 Honda That (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda That will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440. 2002 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | That | 440 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 750 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
