2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 263 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Tiburon | 460 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
