1970 Nissan President vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 Volvo S40.
Because 1970 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 1970 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan President | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | President | S40 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |