1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, both 1993 Italdesign Nazca and 1993 Volvo 480 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480, 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
Model | Nazca | 480 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |