1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Spirit | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
