1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 360 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1971 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | 360 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
