1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 117 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (231 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 400 R | S40 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
