1995 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 183 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Rasheen | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Rasheen | 460 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
