1975 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 33 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 769 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | V70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
