2008 Volkswagen Eos vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 1998 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Eos | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Eos | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
