1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
Model | Nazca | 240 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1290 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 |