1992 Volvo 480 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 318 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Volvo 480 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 480 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
