2008 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 362 kg more than 1993 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | 480 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
