1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 873 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 Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2604 mm |
