1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Prix | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3097 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
