1992 Rover 400 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Rover 400 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 116 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Rover 400 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 400 | 480 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |