1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2000 Opel Vectra is newer by 25 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), 2000 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Vectra weights approximately 566 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, 2000 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
