1999 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 14 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, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S80 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Volvo | Dodge |
| Model | S80 | DART |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
