1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1989 Volvo 244
To start off, 1995 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 244. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 244 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Italdesign Nazca | 1989 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
Model | Nazca | 244 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |