1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | S80 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
