2002 Honda Capa vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa.
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, 2011 Volvo S80 (240 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Capa | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2776 mm |
