1988 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, both 1988 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 157 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Hyundai Sonata (193 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Hyundai Sonata | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Sonata | 480 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |