1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 39 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 1,390 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 603 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1404 mm |
