1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 890 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |
