2008 Honda Fit vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 109 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480.
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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Fit | 480 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
