1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 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, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
