1988 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 502 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
