2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ascari | Volvo |
Model | KZ1 | 240 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2650 mm |