1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 18 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 281 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, 1989 Renault 19 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | 19 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
