1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 575 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 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
