2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 250 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 207 | 480 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
