1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 929 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sports | S80 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 2922 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2800 mm |
