1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2000 Volvo V40 is newer by 28 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V40 weights approximately 600 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, 2000 Volvo V40 (173 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Cherry | V40 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |