1998 Peugeot Escapade vs. 1998 Volvo S80

To start off, both 1998 Peugeot Escapade 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 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 809 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1998 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (205 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. 1998 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot Escapade has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot Escapade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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