1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 531 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 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Cherry | Octavia |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |