1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Activehicle | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Activehicle | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
