1995 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Sunny | V70 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |