1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar 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 Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Telstar | 480 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
