1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Trans Sport | S80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
