2000 Ford Puma vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. 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 115 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. 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 @ 2100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 1998 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Puma | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
