1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 405 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2835 mm |
