1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 371 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup. 2002 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pickup | V70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
