2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1608 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1992 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1992 Volvo 480 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Silverado | 480 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2510 mm |
