1990 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Nissan 300 ZX | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | 300 ZX | S80 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |