1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 763 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Euro 1 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1484 mm |
