1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 34 kg more than 1962 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlady | 120 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
