1988 Volvo 480 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1003 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 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 480 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | 480 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
