1995 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 903 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 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 | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 100 NX | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
