1991 Ford Corsair vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1991 Ford Corsair 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Corsair weights approximately 130 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.
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, 1991 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Corsair | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Corsair | 480 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
