2007 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 498 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480. 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touran | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touran | 480 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
