1955 Nissan Sports vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1978 Volvo 260 is newer by 23 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 600 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, 1978 Volvo 260 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sports | 260 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 2664 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2660 mm |
