1988 Volvo 480 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 24 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480. 2012 Audi Q3 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. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Volvo 480 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Volvo | Audi |
Model | 480 | Q3 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |