2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 4 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Laputa | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
