1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1999 De Tomaso Bigua and 1999 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Bigua 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 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Bigua | S80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |