1960 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 50 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 447 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 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volvo 120 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
