1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 26 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 526 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, 1999 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 306 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
