1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 435 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, 1969 Volvo 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
