2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V70 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V70. (193 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V70 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70, 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V70. (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
