1956 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Volvo 120 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3560 mm |
