1999 Volvo S80 vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, both 1999 Volvo S80 and 1999 Honda Capa were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 41 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa. 1999 Honda Capa 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 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volvo S80 | 1999 Honda Capa | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | S80 | Capa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |