1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 122 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo 122 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 122 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 277 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, 1965 Volvo 122 (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 122 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | 122 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
