1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 37 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 550 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, 2007 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
