1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 55 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 734 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Nissan Sports | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Sports | V50 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 860 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2650 mm |