2005 Honda Fit vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480.
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, 1993 Volvo 480 (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Fit | 480 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
