1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1994 Opel Astra is newer by 22 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 418 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, 1994 Opel Astra (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
