1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 581 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | S80 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
