1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 658 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | C30 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| 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 | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
