2005 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Lupo | 460 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 947 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
