1991 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1996 Volvo S90
To start off, 1996 Volvo S90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S90. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S90.
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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S90. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S90. 1996 Volvo S90 has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo S90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | 1996 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 300 ZX | S90 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
