1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 619 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Cherry | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |