1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 12 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | S80 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
