2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 1999 Volvo S80

To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Subaru Impreza 1999 Volvo S80
Make Subaru Volvo
Model Impreza S80
Year Released 2000 1999
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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