1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 14 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 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. 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 (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volvo S80 | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Volvo | Daihatsu |
Model | S80 | Materia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |