1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 944 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
