1999 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera.
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, 2011 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera. 2011 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Primera | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Primera | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
