1998 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S80 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1493 mm |