1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Saab Sonett weights approximately 91 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, 1968 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Cherry | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2160 mm |
