1996 Venturi 400 vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 150 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 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Venturi 400 | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
