1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 33 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 655 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Cherry | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
