2004 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S80 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 2002 Volvo S80 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lanos | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Lanos | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
