1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 619 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 405 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 405 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2835 mm |
