1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 is newer by 7 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 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, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | 260 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
