1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volvo S80 (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | S80 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
