1987 Volvo 480 vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Logan weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Volvo 480 | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | 480 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
