1990 Volvo 480 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 772 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 480 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
| Model | 480 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
