1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 686 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 Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2651 mm |
