1999 Buick Century vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 1 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1999 Buick Century. 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Century | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
