1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 603 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1404 mm |
