1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 35 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 1175 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Antara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
