1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 972 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | S80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
