1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1978 Volvo 260 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 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 112 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 211 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
