1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 41 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1053 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2776 mm |
