2005 Marcos TS vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TS | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Marcos | Volvo |
Model | TS | 960 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |