1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 680 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
