1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 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, 1977 Opel Monza (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Monza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
