1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 23 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 685 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | S40 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
