1988 Saab 9000 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 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 9000 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 245 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 | 1333 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
