1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 39 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 567 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, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
