2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 751 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
