1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1989 Volvo 480 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 480 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 480 (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Mini Jumbo | 480 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 665 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
