1994 Volvo 480 vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 73 kg more than 1994 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volvo 480 | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | 480 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
