1965 Volvo 120 vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1986 Nissan Leopard is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Leopard (98 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 95 kg more than 1965 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, 1986 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 120 | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
