1992 Volvo 480 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 535 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.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Volvo 480 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Volvo | Subaru |
Model | 480 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2624 mm |