1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 52 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 996 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | 211 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2748 mm |