1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 22 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 385 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 306 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
