1992 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 521 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Volvo C70 (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 100 NX | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 100 NX | C70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
