1998 Mitsubishi SST vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi SST | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | SST | S80 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
