1999 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada.
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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Verada | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
