1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 14 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 605 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, 1986 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 944 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
