2005 MCC Crossblade vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2005 MCC Crossblade 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 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 756 kg more than 2005 MCC Crossblade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Crossblade | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | MCC | Volvo |
| Model | Crossblade | 960 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2780 mm |
