1990 Volvo 960 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 960 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 960 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
