1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 28 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 891 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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Signum |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |
