2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Navara | 480 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2122 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
