1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 34 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo V50 (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | V50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
