1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 40 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), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 717 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | GTI |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |
