1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Typhoon | S80 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
