1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Corsa weights approximately 265 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
