2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 16 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 982 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ducato | 480 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
