1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cherry | V50 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
