1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 600 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, 1998 Opel Astra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Astra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
