1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 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 226 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
| Model | Nazca | 440 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
