1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 33 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), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1031 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
