1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1977 Porsche 928 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 928 weights approximately 770 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 928 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
