1999 Volvo S80 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S80 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | S80 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
