1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 480 (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | 480 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
