1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 35 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 1,984 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 618 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1404 mm |
