1999 Volvo S80 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S80 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | S80 | EL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2619 mm |
