1999 Volvo S80 vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo. 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 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S80 | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S80 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
