1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 38 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2737 mm |
