1970 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 515 kg more than 1975 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, 1970 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
