1976 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | SP2 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
