1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 53 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 907 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, 2008 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sports | C70 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2670 mm |
