1988 Volvo 480 vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 480 | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | 480 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
