1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 1986 Volvo 740 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 740 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1971 Nissan 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, 1986 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | 740 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |
