1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 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 281 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 144 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ascari | Volvo |
| Model | Ecosse | 760 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
