1997 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Sunny | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Sunny | V50 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |