1995 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 1995 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 740 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan 100 NX | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 100 NX | 740 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
