2009 Honda Fit vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 131 kg more than 1988 Volvo 740.
Because 1988 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 1988 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, 1988 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Fit | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1330 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 |
