1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1980 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1980 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
