1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 617 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 1969 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70, 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlady | C70 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
