1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 15 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (338 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 261 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, 2013 Infiniti G (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volvo S80 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Volvo | Infiniti |
Model | S80 | G |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4657 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |