1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 9 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 160 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, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cherry | Astra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
