2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1998 Volvo V90
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V90 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Volvo V90 (260 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo V90 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo V90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 1998 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Vamos | V90 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 260 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |