1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 1992 Porsche 965 is newer by 21 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), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 965 weights approximately 781 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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 965 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| 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 | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
