2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (108 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Volvo 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Mobilio | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Mobilio | 760 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
