2008 Nissan Altima vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 10 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80.
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, 2008 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Altima | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
