1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 200 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
