1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1981 Porsche 944 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 665 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, 1981 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 944 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
