1969 Honda S800 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 874 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S800 | S80 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |