1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda HR-V | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | HR-V | S80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2835 mm |