1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2010 Mazda Tribute 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volvo S80 | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Volvo | Mazda |
Model | S80 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |