2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 527 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volvo P 1800 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 1968 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima, 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 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Maxima | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Maxima | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2460 mm |
