1998 Mitsubishi SST vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi SST and 1998 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80. 1998 Mitsubishi SST has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi SST | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | SST | S80 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |