2007 Volvo S60 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S60 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
