1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 698 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
