1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 26 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 794 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Sunny | V70 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |