1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 30 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 860 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | S80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2840 mm |
