1997 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Lumina | S80 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
