2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 7 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 77 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Mobilio | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Mobilio | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |