1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 12 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 491 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cherry | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
