1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 21 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 706 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | 850 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
