1988 Volvo 480 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 1984 Volvo 740 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 1984 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 480 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 480 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
