1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1092 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2919 mm |
