1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 122 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo 122 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 122 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1973 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, 1965 Volvo 122 (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 122 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | 122 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
