1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 26 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 721 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | S70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
