1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | 850 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
