1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 614 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
