1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna 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 82 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 752 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna. 2005 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Duna | S80 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
