1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1978 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 343 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1978 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | 343 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
