1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | S60 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
