2003 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460.
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, 1990 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Golf | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | 460 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
