1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 585 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Cherry | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Cherry | Octavia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |