2009 Honda Insight vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 214 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Insight | 480 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
