2005 Honda Life vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1989 Volvo 460 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Life | 460 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
