1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 30 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1068 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2815 mm |
