1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 705 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 968 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
