1975 Nissan Sunny vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (216 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Sunny | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | S40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
