1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1064 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | CC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
