1964 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 319 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
