1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (135 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1991 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 V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | V70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
