1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S80 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
