1991 Fiat Vivace vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 807 kg more than 1991 Fiat Vivace. 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Vivace | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Vivace | S80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
