1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 31 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (217 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1055 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
