1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 29 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frogster (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 618 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, 2001 Opel Frogster (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frogster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
