1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 215 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | 480 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
