1978 Seat 124 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo S80 (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 124 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | S80 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |