2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 180 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Fabia | 460 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
