1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Tempra | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Tempra | S80 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |