1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 211 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1609 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 |
