1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (600 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volvo |
| Model | EB 110 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
