2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
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, 1989 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Kalos | 440 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
