1987 Volvo 480 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 26 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1987 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Volvo 480 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 480 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
