1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1978 Volvo 260 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1974 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, 1978 Volvo 260 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | 260 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
