1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. 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 212 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (134 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 2005 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
Model | Nazca | S80 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |