1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 356 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
