1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 40 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2737 mm |
