1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 7 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 336 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
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 Volvo S80 (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | S80 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
