1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 8 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 215 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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | 11 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
