1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 336 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | 480 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
