2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Volvo 122. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1965 Volvo 122 has manual transmission. 1965 Volvo 122 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pathfinder | 122 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
