2000 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Chairman. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 118 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 2000 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Chairman. 2000 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Chairman | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
Model | Chairman | S80 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |