1974 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 843 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Fairlady | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Fairlady | S80 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2835 mm |