1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 17 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 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 968 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
