1999 Isuzu VX-02 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1999 Isuzu VX-02 and 1999 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu VX-02 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80.
Because 1999 Isuzu VX-02 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 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, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu VX-02 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80. 1999 Isuzu VX-02 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Isuzu VX-02 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu VX-02 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | VX-02 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
