2004 Volvo S80 vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S80 | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
