1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 429 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 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Polo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
