1988 Holden Barina vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 697 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Volvo S80 (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Barina | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2720 mm |
