1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 680 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 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 996 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
