2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1344 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480. 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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Transporter | 480 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
