1999 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 542 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80. 2010 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Volvo S80 2010 Nissan Navara
Make Volvo Nissan
Model S80 Navara
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2435 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 2032 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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