1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, both 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 and 1996 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 357 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V70. (193 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V70.
Because 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70, 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V70. (275 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 193 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
