1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1193 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2774 mm |
