2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 17 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | 480 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
