1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 236 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Scorpio | 480 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
