2000 Honda HR-V vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 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 25 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda HR-V | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | HR-V | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
