2008 Opel Frontera vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 826 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Frontera | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | 480 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
