1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 966 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | 480 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
