2001 Volvo V70 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo V70 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
