1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1991 Italdesign Nazca has manual transmission. 1991 Italdesign Nazca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
| Model | Nazca | S80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2835 mm |
