1988 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1988 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny. 2004 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | S60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1269 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
