1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 164 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 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, 1969 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | 164 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
