1992 Infiniti G20 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti G20. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1992 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Infiniti G20. 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Infiniti G20 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | G20 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2835 mm |
