1975 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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 V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Skyline | V50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
