1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 54 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 831 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sports | S80 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 3192 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2840 mm |
