1994 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1978 Volvo 343
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 100 NX | 1978 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 100 NX | 343 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
