1988 Dodge Shadow vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, both 1988 Dodge Shadow and 1988 Volvo 480 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Shadow. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Shadow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 115 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Shadow | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Shadow | 480 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
