1988 Volvo 480 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1592 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 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480. 2013 Ford Expedition 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. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Volvo 480 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | 480 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |