1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 644 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 211 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
