1996 Proton 300 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 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 300 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 221 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 794 kg more than 1996 Proton 300. 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 Proton 300. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 300 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2835 mm |
