2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Vauxhall Zafira | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
Model | Zafira | S80 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |