2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 20 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 480 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2480 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
