1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 950 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 S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sports | S80 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 3200 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2835 mm |
