1990 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 859 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. 2005 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1990 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1990 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Vauxhall Astra | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Astra | S80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
