1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 37 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 832 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Cherry | C5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
