2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Avensis | 480 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
