1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1981 Porsche 930 is newer by 10 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 616 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Cherry | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Cherry | 930 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |