1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Datsun | Volvo |
| Model | 100A Cherry | 220 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
