1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1134 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | S80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2835 mm |
