1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Argenta | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Argenta | S80 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
