1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 1997 Volvo S40
To start off, 1997 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S40 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pintara | 1997 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pintara | S40 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
