1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2001 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 306 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 306 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 360 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 Peugeot 306 (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 306 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
