1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 60 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 863 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sports | S60 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2776 mm |
