1992 Renault 25 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Renault 25 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 25 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 25 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
