1988 Volvo 480 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Volvo 480 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | 480 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |