1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 301 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 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Gol |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
