1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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 (280 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 1998 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Duna | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
