1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 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, 1968 Opel GT (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
