1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 535 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, 1978 Volvo 260 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | 260 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
