2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 480 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | 480 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2510 mm |
