1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 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, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Cherry | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Cherry | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |