1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Caddy (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 261 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 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
