1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 20 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 480 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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Cherry | 405 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |