1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | 440 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
