1960 Volvo 120 vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 165 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Volvo 120 | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | 120 | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |