1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 51 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1430 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sports | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 2401 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2860 mm |
