1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1996 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S80 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1999 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 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S80, 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S80. (380 Nm). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Italdesign Nazca | 1996 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
| Model | Nazca | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
