2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 480 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. 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, 1989 Volvo 480 (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Arosa | 480 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
