1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 34 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 2,434 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 700 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Sunny | S40 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |