2005 Volvo S80 vs. 1999 Volvo S70
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Volvo S70.
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, 1999 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S80 | 1999 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | S70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
