1955 Nissan Sports vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1955 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, 1968 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sports | 120 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1777 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2610 mm |
