1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | S80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
