1990 Toyota Sera vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 480 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Sera | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Sera | 480 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |