2000 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Volvo S80
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 AC Aceca 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 2000 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S80. (380 Nm). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1996 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |
