1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 605 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
