2008 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 27 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |