1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 28 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 688 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | S40 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
