1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 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), 2001 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 265 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, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Polo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
