2011 Volvo S80 vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Camira (115 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira.
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, 2011 Volvo S80 (270 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Volvo | Holden |
| Model | S80 | Camira |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2580 mm |
