1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Because 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye 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 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. 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 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | 037 Rallye | S80 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 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 | 1176 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
