1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1975 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Cherry | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Cherry | 480 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |