2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 350Z | S90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
