1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 594 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, 2007 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Astra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
