2009 Honda Fit vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 21 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740.
Because 1984 Volvo 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Volvo 740 (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Fit | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |