1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 120 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 120 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1982 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, 1962 Volvo 120 (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | 120 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
