1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 375 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
