1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (241 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 750 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | C70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
