2001 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 286 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo S80 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | S80 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
