1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 36 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 713 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
