2000 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 89 kg more than 2000 Volvo S80. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S80 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S80 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
