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Clipper vs Volvo VHD

Nissan · Volvo

1/4 Mile winner
Volvo VHD
Beats the Clipper by 3.24s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Volvo VHD beats the Clipper by a wide margin, finishing 3.24 seconds ahead. It's the 452 extra horsepower talking — the Volvo VHD simply has more grunt to throw at the strip.

Spec head-to-head

Power
48 hp
500 hp
0–100 km/h
18.5s
18s
Top speed
110 km/h
100 km/h
Engine
660cc Inline-3
12.8L I6 Turbo Diesel
Fuel
Petrol
Diesel
Torque
62 Nm
2500 Nm
Price
$10,000
$120,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Clipper
Volvo VHD
100 m
8.386s
5.939s
1/8 mile
12.831s
9.781s
1/4 mile
20.317s
17.074s
1 km
40.401s
38.606s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the Clipper is the obvious pick at $10,000 versus the Volvo VHD's $120,000. Both are formidable. The Clipper suits buyers who prioritise balance and finesse; the Volvo VHD appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Clipper or the Volvo VHD?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Volvo VHD is faster, beating the Clipper by 3.24 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Clipper vs the Volvo VHD?

The Clipper hits 100 km/h in 18.5 seconds, while the Volvo VHD does it in 18 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Clipper produces 48 hp; the Volvo VHD produces 500 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Clipper tops out at 110 km/h, and the Volvo VHD reaches 100 km/h.

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