1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 286 kg more than 1971 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
