1967 Citroen DS vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 682 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2400 mm |
