1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 21 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 19 weights approximately 245 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, 1994 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | 19 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
