1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 570 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, 2005 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 406 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
