2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ascari | Volvo |
| Model | Ecosse | 245 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
