1988 Volvo 480 vs. 2000 Volvo C70
To start off, 2000 Volvo C70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo C70 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480. 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, 2000 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 480 | 2000 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 480 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
