2005 Opel Agila vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 15 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 460 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Agila | 460 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
