1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80.
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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 605 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 605 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
