1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 421 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.
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 (380 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Voyager. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Volvo | Lancia |
| Model | S80 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2783 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
