1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
