1988 Volvo 480 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1102 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 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Volvo 480 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
Model | 480 | Terracan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |