1970 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Volvo V70 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70, 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, 2000 Volvo V70 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Fairlady | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlady | V70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
