1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 24 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 576 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 406 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
