1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe 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 159 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 619 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Coupe | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2835 mm |
