2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (167 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 124 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
