1967 Nissan President vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan President weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan President | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | President | S40 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
