1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 5 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 690 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Stealth | 480 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
