1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260. 1980 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 1998 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Ascari | Volvo |
Model | Ecosse | 260 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |