1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | S80 | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
