1992 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 2 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 480. (140 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | 480 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
