1980 Suzuki Cervo vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki Cervo | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Cervo | S60 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2776 mm |
