1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 268 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Volvo | Jeep |
| Model | S80 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1836 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
