2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 723 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S80 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1838 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2620 mm |
