1991 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 100 NX | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 100 NX | S80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
