1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 940 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pickup | 66 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
