1988 Volvo 480 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 445 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, 2001 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 480 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 480 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Volvo | Rover |
| Model | 480 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
