1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 671 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
