1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1991 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 605 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 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 605 (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 615 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 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1991 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 605 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
