1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 897 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Eos |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |
