2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (260 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Sentra | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Sentra | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |