2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 1400 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1777 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
