1999 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S80 | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | S80 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
