1997 Nissan Primera vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, 1997 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Primera weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Volvo 440.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1994 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Primera | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Primera | 440 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
