2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 342 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 350Z | 940 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
