1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 9 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 330 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.
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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 406 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
