2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 480 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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 Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Jazz | 480 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 143 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 | 10.8:1 | 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 | 990 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
