1988 Volvo 480 vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 19 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Renault Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Renault Logan. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 480 | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | 480 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
