1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 13 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 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 357 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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | 19 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
