2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2000 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Ulysse (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 450 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Ulysse | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ulysse | 480 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
