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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 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 404 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 (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 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 | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |