1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1970 Nissan Sunny is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1970 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Sunny | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Sunny | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |