2009 Volvo S80 vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S80 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | S80 | Joice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
