1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 22 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
