2003 MCC ForFour vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour is newer by 5 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 614 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour. 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 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForFour | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | MCC | Volvo |
| Model | ForFour | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
