1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 16 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
