1961 Volvo 220 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo 220 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 220 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
