1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 62 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | 440 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
