1992 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, both 1992 Hyundai Sonata and 1992 Volvo 480 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 233 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Hyundai Sonata (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Hyundai Sonata | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Sonata | 480 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |