2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | 960 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
