2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2002 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | S80 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2470 mm |
