1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1998 Ascari Ecosse and 1998 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 228 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (167 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1998 Ascari Ecosse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (230 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ascari | Volvo |
Model | Ecosse | S80 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |